Dairy Cottage

Situated on a non-working farm, Dairy Cottage is ideally located at the edge of the Yorkshire Wolds at the foot of the North York Moors and is just a short 15-minute drive from the vibrant town of Malton which is known as ‘Yorkshire’s Food Capital and is full of fantastic artisan food producers. Centred around the pretty marketplace, you will also find a host of independent retailers offering an eclectic mix of unique gifts, homewares, clothing and antiques.

For provisions, the nearby village of Rillington is served by a village store and a well-regarded local butcher as well as two local pubs which provide a warm Yorkshire welcome.

The North Yorkshire Moors Railway at Pickering is a 20 minute drive away and a great way to explore the vast National Park  or, if bracing sea air is what you seek, then a trip to nearby Filey should definitely be on the cards.

Dairy Cottage sits near the boundary of one of Britain's most extraordinary places: the North York Moors. Encompassing rolling moorland, rugged coastline, lush forests and enchanting dales, each exquisite landscape is within a half hour drive of the cottage. A unique way to travel and experience this wonderful area is to board the delightful heritage North York Moors Railway and travel back in time to a bygone era on one of the steam and diesel trains which pass though the magnificent Yorkshire Countryside.

Numerous local attractions and beauty spots are in the area including Scampston House & Gardens , which is just three miles from Dairy Cottage, and is one of the finest examples of a regency country house in North Yorkshire. The gardens, designed under ‘Capability’ Brown, include 10 acres of lakes and a Palladian bridge as well as a 21st-century walled garden.

Less than a 30-minute drive and you can visit Castle Howard , one of Britain’s finest stately homes which was built over 300 years ago. With almost 1,000 acres of Grade 1 listed parkland and gardens to explore you can spend the day in a monumental landscape studded with statues, temples, lakes and fountains and admire the sweeping countryside views.

The stunning North Yorkshire coast is also within easy reach at Filey where the former fishing village is now a popular seaside destination with an historic promenade, beautiful Edwardian architecture and an impressive 5-mile sandy bay. It is a great place to take a walk, fly a kite, build a sandcastle, snooze in a deckchair or maybe do a spot of birdwatching at Filey Brigg, a peninsula at the northern end of the town. Early spring may find you face to face with a snoozing seal on the beach and, in summer, porpoise sightings are regular then, why not follow up your busy day of exploring with some delicious fish and chips at the much-loved Coble Landing.

Visting golfers will be thrilled discovering that Ganton Golf Club practically on the doorstep.  Ganton is one of the finest inland links courses in the British Isles, hosting major competitions such as the Ryder Cup, the Curtis Cup and the Walker Cup.

Walking in the North York Moors

Picturesque, tranquil, wonderful, the North York Moors are a breath of fresh air. Comprising over 1,400 miles of natural beauty, this enchanting region is home to heather moorland, pine forests, rolling hills and shimmering coastline, not to mention badgers, roe deer and hawks. Look closer and you’ll discover historic abbeys, castles and priories, traditional pubs and ‘hidden’ villages and hamlets.

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Walking in the Yorkshire Dales

The Yorkshire Dales National Park is the home of the three peaks and mile upon mile of picturesque footpaths, alongside outstanding scenery, unspoilt countryside, diverse wildlife habitats and a rich cultural heritage.

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C&C experiences

We invite you to enjoy the most coveted and exclusive local experiences available in the North of England and the South of Scotland on your next Crabtree & Crabtree adventure.

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